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Monte Cristo Soup

Cozy Monte Cristo Soup: A Sweet and Savory Comfort Dish

Monte Cristo Soup is a delightful twist on the classic sandwich, offering rich, creamy textures with a hint of raspberry sweetness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 1 large Yellow Onion diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth
  • 1 cup Whole Milk
For the Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Heartiness
  • 1 cup Cooked Ham diced
  • 1 cup Turkey diced
  • 1 cup Swiss Cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Mild Cheddar Cheese shredded
For the Garnish
  • 1 cup Grilled Cheese Croutons
  • 1/4 cup Raspberry Preserves
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped

Equipment

  • medium pot
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Measuring Cups
  • measuring spoons
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Monte Cristo Soup
  1. Begin by melting 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a medium pot over medium heat until it bubbles and foams, about 2 minutes.
  2. Add 1 diced yellow onion, stirring occasionally until it softens and turns translucent, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and continue to cook for an additional minute.
  4. Sprinkle in 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour and mix well to create a roux; cook for another 2 minutes.
  5. Gradually whisk in 4 cups of chicken broth and 1 cup of whole milk, ensuring no lumps; bring to a simmer.
  6. Mix in 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
  7. Stir in 1 cup of diced cooked ham and turkey, simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  8. Add 1 cup of shredded Swiss cheese and 1 cup of mild cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
  9. Ladle the soup into bowls, topping with grilled cheese croutons, raspberry preserves, and fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg

Notes

You can prepare the soup base a day in advance; just reheat and add cheeses before serving.

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